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Best Romantasy Series in Reading Order

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A Court of Thorns and Roses cover

A Court of Thorns and Roses

Sarah J. Maas

5 books · Ongoing

Fae romance
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Crescent City cover

Crescent City

Sarah J. Maas

3 books · Ongoing

Fae romance
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Throne of Glass cover

Throne of Glass

Sarah J. Maas

8 books · Complete

Slow burn
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The Empyrean

Rebecca Yarros

3 books · Ongoing

Dragon riders
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Blood and Ash cover

Blood and Ash

Jennifer L. Armentrout

6 books · Ongoing

Fated mates
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Flesh and Fire cover

Flesh and Fire

Jennifer L. Armentrout

4 books · Complete

Fated mates
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Powerless cover

Powerless

Lauren Roberts

3 books · Complete

Enemies-to-lovers
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The Folk of the Air

Holly Black

3 books · Complete

Fae romance
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Caraval cover

Caraval

Stephanie Garber

4 books · Complete

Slow burn
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Once Upon a Broken Heart

Stephanie Garber

3 books · Complete

Slow burn
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Crowns of Nyaxia

Carissa Broadbent

6 books · Ongoing

Fated mates
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One Dark Window cover

One Dark Window

Rachel Gillig

2 books · Complete

Dark academia
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The Stonewater Kingdom cover

The Stonewater Kingdom

Rachel Gillig

2 books · Ongoing

Dark academia
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Divine Rivals

Rebecca Ross

2 books · Complete

Slow burn
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Elements of Cadence

Rebecca Ross

2 books · Complete

Slow burn
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The Queen's Rising cover

The Queen's Rising

Rebecca Ross

2 books · Complete

YA fantasy
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Novels of Elfhame

Holly Black

2 books · Complete

Fae romance
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Fae & Alchemy

Callie Hart

3 books · Ongoing

Enemies-to-lovers
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Awakening

Jennifer L. Armentrout

1 books · Ongoing

Dark fantasy romance
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The War of Lost Hearts

Carissa Broadbent

3 books · Complete

Epic fantasy romance
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The Bridge Kingdom cover

The Bridge Kingdom

Danielle L. Jensen

2 books · Ongoing

Political fantasy
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Plated Prisoner cover

Plated Prisoner

Raven Kennedy

6 books · Complete

Dark fantasy romance
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The Crucible cover

The Crucible

Abigail Owen

3 books · Ongoing

Deadly trials
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Married to Magic

Elise Kova

5 books · Ongoing

Fairy-tale romance
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Kindred's Curse Saga

Penn Cole

4 books · Ongoing

Fae politics
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Kingdom of the Wicked

Kerri Maniscalco

3 books · Complete

Demons and witches
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Celestial Kingdom

Sue Lynn Tan

2 books · Complete

Mythic fantasy
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Artefacts of Ouranos

Nisha J. Tuli

4 books · Complete

Trials and courts
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The Four Horsemen cover

The Four Horsemen

Laura Thalassa

4 books · Complete

Apocalypse romance
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Zodiac Academy

Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti

9 books · Complete

Academy fantasy
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Choosing the best romantasy series often depends on more than popularity alone. Some readers want complete romantasy series they can binge from start to finish, while others want ongoing fantasy romance series they can follow as new books release. This page helps you compare both.

You can browse romantasy series in order by trope and reading commitment. Some readers are looking for fae courts and enemies-to-lovers drama, while others want dragon riders, fated mates, dark academia, or softer emotional fantasy romance. Using trope and status together makes it easier to find the right romantasy series without relying on random recommendation lists.

A clear romantasy reading order also matters because many fantasy romance worlds include sequels, companion books, prequels, and connected timelines. Starting with the wrong book can spoil major reveals, weaken character arcs, or make a series feel more confusing than it should. Reading in the right order gives you the best experience from the start.

If you are not sure where to begin, start with some of the most popular romantasy series for new readers, including A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Empyrean, and Letters of Enchantment. From there, you can branch into adjacent series based on trope, tone, and series status.

Explore Romantasy Series by Reading Order, Trope, and Status

Start faster with these three decision points.

Find series by trope and reading commitment

Browse romantasy series by trope, status, and book count so you can choose between complete binge reads and ongoing fantasy romance worlds.

Avoid spoilers with the right reading order

Many romantasy series include sequels, companion novels, and connected timelines. Starting in the right order gives you a better reading experience.

Start with trusted entry points

If you are new to the genre, begin with popular romantasy series like ACOTAR, The Empyrean, and Letters of Enchantment before branching into adjacent reads.

Frequently Asked Questions About Romantasy Series

What are the best romantasy series to start with?

Some of the best romantasy series to start with include A Court of Thorns and Roses, The Empyrean, Letters of Enchantment, and Caraval. The best choice depends on whether you prefer fae romance, dragon riders, darker fantasy worlds, or softer emotional fantasy romance.

Should I start with a complete or ongoing romantasy series?

If you want to binge a full story without waiting for future books, a complete romantasy series is usually the best choice. If you enjoy following new releases and staying current with popular fantasy romance discussions, an ongoing romantasy series may be a better fit.

Why does reading order matter for romantasy series?

Reading order matters because many romantasy series include sequels, prequels, companion books, and connected worlds. Following the correct reading order helps you avoid spoilers and understand the story the way it was intended to unfold.

How do I choose a romantasy series by trope?

The easiest way to choose a romantasy series is to start with the tropes you already enjoy. Readers who like fae politics may prefer one kind of fantasy romance series, while readers who want dragon riders, fated mates, or dark academia may prefer another.

Are spice ratings exact?

No. Spice ratings are only general guidance. Different readers experience romantic intensity differently, so spice labels should be treated as approximate rather than exact.